America’s Oldest Furrier
Est. 1889
Est. 1889
One of the most common questions people ask when selling a fur coat is: “Is my coat too old to be worth anything?” Many of the furs people inherit were purchased decades ago—often in the 1970s, 1980s, or 1990s. Some coats go back even further, especially when treasured items were tucked away and passed down […]
If you’ve inherited a fur coat or you own one you no longer wear, one of the first questions that comes to mind is: “How much is my fur coat worth?” The answer depends on several key factors. Fur valuation isn’t guesswork—professional buyers use craftsmanship, pelts, construction techniques, and condition to determine today’s resale price. […]
Determining the size of a fur coat can be surprisingly tricky—especially when it comes to vintage or inherited garments. Many coats no longer have size tags, and even when they do, the sizing may not match today’s standards. Yet this is one of the most common questions people struggle with before selling a fur coat: […]
In every decade of the 20th century, style icons like Josephine Baker, Lena Horne, Diana Ross, and Lil’ Kim turned heads in mink, fox, and chinchilla. Whether on Broadway, at Studio 54, or in a groundbreaking music video, these women wore furs not just for glamour, but to stake their claim in spaces of influence and performance.
Why People Still Search “What Is a Mink Coat Worth?” A mink coat is more than just a winter garment—it’s a symbol of elegance, tradition, and personal history. Whether you purchased yours decades ago, received it as a gift, or inherited it from a loved one, it’s natural to wonder what it’s worth today. In […]
Whether your coat is mink, fox, or sable, its value depends on a few key things. Here’s how professionals price fur coats and how you can get a fast estimate. The 5 Key Value Factors: Type of Fur: Mink, fox, chinchilla, etc. Condition: No tears, rips, or stains. Brand or Label: Blackglama and Saga Mink […]
There’s something almost magical about running your fingers over a vintage fur coat — the softness, the craftsmanship, the sense that you’re touching a piece of another era. It’s more than just a fashion statement; it’s a link to history, to artistry, and to moments of glittering, unforgettable style. In the early 20th century, vintage […]
We already associate the color green with the holidays, from adornments of holly swags and hanging sprigs of mistletoe, to decorated trees. But we also really seriously need to associate “green” with sustainable use. This is the time of year we see a lot of faux fur in fashions and holiday trims. Faux fur was […]
He’s an amazing new designer and apprentice to our Master Furrier, Cynthia Parks. And she says, “He’s a natural”! In a recent inteview I had with Jake, this is what he had to say; Tina: “I know you’re huge fan of fashion, but why fur?” Jake: “I still remember the moment when I knew I […]